Barkley and Jordan to Play Golf After NBA Season
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- Charles Barkley announced on Sirius XM’s “Mad Dog Unleashed” that he and Michael Jordan will meet for a golf game as soon as the NBA season ends, after a conversation in the last 72 hours.
- Michael Jordan has not issued any public comment on the planned golf outing, maintaining his previous silence.
- Charlotte Bobcats were at the center of the rift when Barkley’s 2012 criticism of Jordan’s ownership sparked a 15‑year silent treatment.
- ESPN 1000 aired Barkley’s 2020 interview where he said Jordan could “call me,” indicating a willingness to reconcile.
- Charlotte Hornets were valued at roughly $3 billion when Jordan sold his majority stake in 2023, leaving him with a minority share.
Why it matters: Michael Jordan, who retains a minority stake in the Hornets valued at $3 billion, stands to gain positive publicity from the public reconciliation, which will lift the franchise’s brand equity and fan engagement.
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